September 2026
Rare, tentacled sea creature spotted in California waters
The animal was seen around 11,000 feet below the ocean’s surface during a 10-day expedition to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.
Novice Mount Shasta climbers rescued after relying on Gemini AI to plan trip
On Monday, three climbers were rescued from Mount Shasta after using Gemini AI to plan their ascent and descent.
SFFD races to unload entire garbage truck to save trapped person
A passerby flagged the Recology driver after hearing yelling from the truck bed.
With rumors of a hurricane in California, here’s what to expect
Forecasters are closely tracking the potential for Tropical Storm Marie to impact California over Labor Day weekend.
Fast-growing Big Sur fire pushes into area untouched for 50 years
The Plaskett Fire in Big Sur has surpassed the Timber Fire, which ignited more than three weeks ago.
Sick, disoriented sea lions are washing up on California beaches
California sea lions are exhibiting abnormal behavior, such as disorientation and seizures.
Sheriff releases Burning Man homicide update following SFGATE story
The Pershing County Sheriff’s Office said it had “potential suspect DNA profiles” in their investigation into last year’s brutal homicide at Burning Man.
Pirates survive a wild 13-12 finish as a 9th-inning throwing error seals win over Giants
Brandon Lowe scored from third base on a error with two outs in the ninth to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 13-12 victory over the San Francisco Giants. Lowe led off the ninth inning with his fourth…
Map shows where Yosemite developer wants to build private road
Developer Kingsbarn Realty Capital is advancing a proposal to build a road inside Yosemite National Park. It’s also behind a controversial project in Tahoe.
Man, 14-year-old girl sought after newborn found dead on Calif. roadside
A 14-year-old girl is wanted on suspicion of murder after authorities say she gave birth beside a Monterey County road and left her injured newborn there.